Major League Baseball

Yankees land 3B, acquire McMahon from Rockies

The Yankees on Friday acquired third baseman Ryan McMahon from the Rockies for minor league pitchers Griffin Herring and Josh Grosz.

Mets trade for reliever in Orioles left-hander Soto

The Mets made a move to bolster their bullpen, acquiring left-handed reliever Gregory Soto from the Orioles in exchange for two minor leaguers.

Betts out Fri. for personal matter, unsure for Sat.

Mookie Betts will miss Friday night's game against the Boston Red Sox because of a personal matter, and Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said his status for Saturday's game is in the air.

Phillies' Nola feels 'good' after live BP session

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola has thrown 56 pitches as he ramps up his comeback from a sprained right ankle and fractured rib.

Red Sox place Mayer on IL with sprained wrist

The Boston Red Sox on Friday placed Marcelo Mayer on the on the 10-day injured list with a right wrist sprain.

Fenway concession workers strike for Sox series

Hundreds of concession workers at Fenway Park are on strike and planning to stay out for all of a homestand between the Red Sox and Dodgers starting Friday night.

Astros place LHP Walter (elbow) on 15-day IL

The Houston Astros placed left-handed starter Brandon Walter on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to Thursday, with left elbow inflammation.

Braves 3B Riley (ab strain) back from injured list

The Braves have reinstated third baseman Austin Riley from the 10-day injured list. The two-time All-Star had been on the IL since July 12 with a right abdominal strain.

📈 Power Rankings: Hot NL team surges to No. 1

Our first list of the second half sees a massive shake-up in the top five, with three clubs at their highest rankings of the seasons -- including a new squad at the top.